Which zs to go for?

[Maxfly]

Originally Posted by l11ke

There seems like therea alot of problems with the zs!

na, no more than any other car tbh just that it's always good to point out what to look for, whatever it is

[Ritchy]

i could list just as many faults if not more with the zr, or any other car to that matter, just worthwhile to point out absolutly everything

[l11ke]

ok thanks guys, what sort of price should i expect to pay for a mk2?

[Ritchy]

generally no more than £3000, but if you got an absolutly mint one a couple of hundred over that

[Dan1971]

Originally Posted by ritchyp

the 180 has the vis problem, and the rattly plenums, the leaking thermostat and the expensive belts change,

• 180....

Vis motors can be repaired by yourself or my old man can repair them for beer tokens.

You can get a brand new plenum off the 'bay for £450 which includes both vis motors, or a second hand one for circa £200 from a breaker.

Belt change is £350 from stamford's recommended mobile mechanic and so now compares favourably to the 4 cylinder cars. Mk 2's are getting near the 6yr - 90K mile recommended change so factor in that expense if/when you're looking to give some leverage on price.

Door handles. When you open the door - a common fault will show where the handle surround comes away from the actual door slightly. Again - there is a fix - but another leverage area - or a fix from a dealer before you take it away.

Tax is £215 so long as the car is registered pre-March 2006 - so anything up to an "06" or "56" plate.

The 180 is a truly awesome under-rated car. The tuning potential is not as great as perhaps something with a turbo, but a few mods around induction - exhaust and decat will get you to around 190-195, so long as everything else works properly. Add a remap as Stamford had done - 200+ .

Don't know how old you are mate so insurance can put some off - I'm 39 and pay £280 fully comp protected with business use.

Car does 30 mpg on a run - but can drop to under 20 if you listen to the V6 go through the motions as it was meant.

Every car has it's issues. But we've all got one - And - you'll love it. If you can afford it - go large - 180 all day long - but for the looks and less running costs - I can't imagine there being a lot between the 110 and 120 performance wise , but make sure that you get one with the full 180 kit - bodykit and 11 spoke alloys. If you do some mileage - Don't forget about the diesel. A few on here running well and probably more tuning potential !

You'll also still have access to loads of knowledge on these cars via this and all of the other related sites ... so go for it.

[stamford]

Excellent post Dan!

Not much more to add. I would suggest you hook up with a few members local to you to get a feel for what's on offer, 120, 180, TD, mk1 and mk2.

Budget will play a big part in your decision, if you have around £3k plus to spend then you are made.

Hasn't the 1.6 got a ford based gearbox that isn't as good as the PG1 fitted to the 1.8? Or am I thinking of the 1.4?

[p_b82]

i think in the Zs they only fitted the PG1, it was the 25\ZR they used the IB5 jobber...

but i might be wrong

[starfire039]

You are more than welcome to come and have a look at mine Luke, she is for sale but is a mark 1, 120 on a 53 plate, if you're not interested in it then it doesn't matter but if you just want to check out a ZS and see what it's like I'd be happy to show you. They are very underated.

[dvid]

Black Mk2 180... Simples